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Skagra's Universal Mind Merge

The alien scientist Skagra pursues a grand ambition to merge all minds in the universe into a single consciousness, using the ancient Time Lord Salyavin as a key. He employs psychological manipulation and the Ancient Law of Gallifrey to further his ideological campaign for universal mind control. The Doctor and Romana must stop Skagra from releasing Salyavin and implementing his plan.

3 events across 1 season

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Season 17

3 events
S17E24 · Shada Part 4
Skagra deciphers and claims ancient power

Romana challenges Skagra over the purpose of the Ancient Law of Gallifrey, pressing him to reveal its true nature. Skagra confirms the book’s terrifying function—not just a legal text, but …

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S17E25 · Shada Part 5
Skagra locks plans into motion as Doctor arrives

Skagra confirms his forces are ready to unleash Salyavin’s power, his cold ambition crystallizing as the Doctor steps onto the command ship. The Krarg complete their assembly, binding his plan …

Start
Skagra unmasks Chronotis deception

Skagra storms into Shada expecting to find Salyavin imprisoned, only to confront an empty cell. His expectation collapses into fury as he realizes the deception reaches beyond the prison. Chronotis’s …

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